1976 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1983 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | CX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
